TPO – On November 16th, a cruise ship from Beihai (China) brought over 1,000 tourists to Ha Long (Quang Ninh) after a long period of interruption, opening up opportunities for trade and tourism development between the two localities.
TPO – On November 16th, a cruise ship from Beihai (China) brought over 1,000 tourists to Ha Long (Quang Ninh) after a long period of interruption, opening up opportunities for trade and tourism development between the two localities.
Close-up video of the cruise ship Blue Dream Melody docking at Ha Long port. |
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At Ha Long International Cruise Port, Ms. Nguyen Thi Hanh – Vice Chairman of the Quang Ninh Provincial People's Committee – along with leaders of the Provincial People's Committee and the Department of Tourism, warmly welcomed the crew members and the first guests to arrive in Ha Long on the new cruise route and took photos with the tourists. |
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To prepare for the arrival of the Bac Hai cruise ship in Ha Long, the Department of Tourism also advised the Provincial People's Committee to organize a welcoming program, presenting flowers to congratulate the first group of tourists disembarking at the port, the captain, and representatives of the cruise line. |
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According to Ms. Nguyen Huyen Anh, Director of the Department of Tourism, to prepare for this cruise, the Quang Ninh Department of Tourism is closely coordinating with the Guangxi Department of Culture and Tourism (China), ensuring all necessary maritime procedures are in place. In addition, the Department has reported to the Provincial People's Committee and sent a working group to Beihai, Guangxi to review the cooperation agreement between the two sides, finalize the results achieved, and outline tasks for 2025. |
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Ms. Xiang Hong – Deputy General Manager of Guangxi Port Authority Group, China (left) – said she was honored to be among the first passengers on the inaugural cruise ship connecting Beihai with Ha Long Bay today. “Upon arriving in Ha Long Bay this morning, from the ship I was able to admire the panoramic view of this world heritage site, with its stunningly beautiful islands rising above the sea. It truly is a world-renowned destination.” |
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Ms. Xiang Hong further shared that around August of this year, she participated in a delegation from the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China, visiting and working in Quang Ninh, signing an agreement to promote tourism cooperation, including connecting the Beihai-Ha Long sea route. Since then, the successful opening of the first sea route today demonstrates the friendly cooperative relationship between the two sides. |
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Many young visitors expressed their delight at visiting Ha Long for the first time and receiving a warm welcome. |
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Mr. Pan Xiong, a Chinese tourist, said that this sea route will surely bring great opportunities for tourists from Beihai, China. Tourists from Guangxi, China also love traveling to Ha Long Bay, Vietnam, and are very eager to welcome Vietnamese tourists to Guangxi. |
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“Today the sky over Ha Long, Vietnam is very blue, the air is fresh, and the welcome has been very warm. Thank you for your warm welcome. We are very happy to be in Ha Long,” shared Mr. Pan Xiaong. |
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After disembarking, tourists will have the opportunity to explore Ha Long Bay and its famous landmarks, as well as participate in culinary and cultural experiences in the city. |
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The Beihai-Ha Long cruise route was a thriving business for 10 years, starting in 1998. However, it subsequently ceased operations for various reasons. The reopening of the Beihai-Ha Long cruise route demonstrates the utmost efforts of the authorities at all levels, departments, and relevant units of Quang Ninh province (Vietnam) and Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region (China). |
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The ship will depart from Ha Long port that afternoon and will make its next trip the following day. The second passenger ship from Bac Hai is expected to arrive in Ha Long on November 18th. |
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